Rockets Stun Warriors, Series Tied!
Whoa, what a game! The Houston Rockets just pulled off a massive upset, beating the Golden State Warriors 109-94 on April 23rd, 2025, and tying their first-round playoff series 1-1. Honestly, who saw that coming? Jalen Green went absolutely off, scoring 38 points and completely changing the game's momentum. It was a total turnaround from Game 1.
Jalen Green's Explosive Night
Jalen Green was the undisputed star. Thirty-eight points! Eight three-pointers! He silenced all those doubters who questioned his playoff readiness. It was a phenomenal performance. And he wasn't alone. Alperen Şengün had a monster game with 17 points, 16 rebounds, and 7 assists – talk about a well-rounded performance! Dillon Brooks also chipped in 16 points, showing the Rockets' depth. It was a real team effort.
Warriors' Injury Woes
Things took a nasty turn early for the Warriors. Star player Jimmy Butler went down with a pelvic contusion after getting undercut by Amen Thompson. It looked brutal. He had to leave the game, and now he's facing an MRI. Early estimates are saying he could be out anywhere from two to four weeks. That's a huge blow. To make matters worse, Brandin Podziemski was also out sick. You know how sometimes things just spiral? This felt like one of those times.
Losing Butler, coupled with Podziemski's illness, completely shifted the game's dynamic. The Warriors' offense just looked lost without him. With home-court advantage, this series felt like it was theirs, but now…it's anyone's guess.
A Seriously Heated Rivalry
And it wasn’t just the score that was intense. There was a pretty heated moment between Jalen Green and Draymond Green, resulting in a Flagrant 1 foul for Jalen. It was clear from the start that this was going to be a physical, emotional series. Several technical fouls were called on both teams – it was a chippy game! This rivalry is intense, and it’s only going to get more heated.
What's Next? Game 3!
Game 3 is in San Francisco on April 26th, and everything has changed. The Rockets are riding high after their win, and the Warriors are facing a potentially devastating injury. Can the Rockets steal a game on the road? Will the Warriors find a way to rally without their star player? This series is far from over, but things are definitely looking very different now. It's going to be a wild ride!
